zipsoutsider Posted February 6, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 6, 2017 3 hours ago, LZIp said: Another tweet that sort of sours me towards Lane. Scouts evaluate everything. Can't imagine immaturity is an attractive trait. I saw these tweets last night and they really bothered me for a couple of reasons. First, I don't think it's cool to take the moment where everyone is focused on Jason Taylor and try to make it all about Jerome. I wasn't around when Jason Taylor was a big deal, but a Hall of Fame spot only get's offered to you once. I am sure Jason didn't notice, but it was a low class move by Hammond, IMHO, and Jerome only made it worse. I get that Hammond is an ambitious guy who thinks he can make a name for himself with Jerome Lane, but he has to try to show some class. Second, let's wait and see how you perform at the combine, Jerome. The NFL scouts made the mistake of overlooking Jatavis Brown. That might have something to do with why he is getting a shot at the combine. If the Zips were to promote Jerome's attendance, it would make more sense after the combine results are in. However, I am not sure promoting a player who leaves early is exactly the trend the program wants to follow. I don't begrudge him leaving early, but I am not sure it is fair for him to expect to be promoted, especially with the negative garbage he posts on social media. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZIp Posted February 6, 2017 Report Share Posted February 6, 2017 (edited) I took a look back last season and I could not find the Zips football account promoting Jatavis at all until he was actually drafted FWIW. Implying Coach Bowden doesn't care about his players seems pretty disingenuous when I look back and read tweets like this: Edited February 6, 2017 by LZIp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kreed5120 Posted February 6, 2017 Report Share Posted February 6, 2017 16 minutes ago, LZIp said: I took a look back last season and I could not find the Zips football account promoting Jatavis at all until he was actually drafted FWIW. Implying Coach Bowden doesn't care about his players seems pretty disingenuous when I look back and read tweets like this: So that's what Phil Savage is doing these days. Good to see Terry lobby for his guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Z Posted February 8, 2017 Report Share Posted February 8, 2017 On 2/6/2017 at 0:46 PM, kreed5120 said: So that's what Phil Savage is doing these days. Good to see Terry lobby for his guys. Phil Savage has been the Executive Director of the Senior Bowl since 2012. He also does color commentary for the Crimson Tide. He often appears on NFL Radio especially around draft time. If you get a chance to listen to him, you will be amazed how knowledgable he still is. He is one of my favorite guests. I'm impressed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kreed5120 Posted February 8, 2017 Report Share Posted February 8, 2017 5 minutes ago, Dr Z said: Phil Savage has been the Executive Director of the Senior Bowl since 2012. He also does color commentary for the Crimson Tide. He often appears on NFL Radio especially around draft time. If you get a chance to listen to him, you will be amazed how knowledgable he still is. He is one of my favorite guests. It's not saying much, but out of the many Browns GMs that they have had since '99, he was probably the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZIp Posted February 8, 2017 Report Share Posted February 8, 2017 15 minutes ago, kreed5120 said: It's not saying much, but out of the many Browns GMs that they have had since '99, he was probably the best. I think I agree for now. I am a fan of the new guys in charge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kreed5120 Posted February 8, 2017 Report Share Posted February 8, 2017 1 minute ago, LZIp said: I think I agree for now. I am a fan of the new guys in charge. Yeah, I wasn't including them in my statement. The jury is still out on them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzx Posted February 10, 2017 Report Share Posted February 10, 2017 Jerome Lane Highlight Video: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzx Posted February 10, 2017 Report Share Posted February 10, 2017 Some are comparing Jerome Lane to WR Kevin White of the Chicago Bears White was drafted in the first round ----- #7 overall pick in 2015 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LZIp Posted February 10, 2017 Report Share Posted February 10, 2017 6 hours ago, zzx said: Some are comparing Jerome Lane to WR Kevin White of the Chicago Bears White was drafted in the first round ----- #7 overall pick in 2015 I can see it. I just watched both senior highlight tapes and I think White is quicker/faster, high points the ball better, and catches cleaner though. Also worth noting White has been a complete bust so far, although he has mostly been injured. I think my concern is that nobody reputable seems to be talking about Lane at all. Though I would say him being invited to the combine is a good sign. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzx Posted February 12, 2017 Report Share Posted February 12, 2017 (edited) 49ers scout attended Toledo game Lane had: 6 receptions for 177 yards with 1 TD (91 yards) in the loss Edited February 12, 2017 by zzx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gozips19 Posted February 13, 2017 Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 Little write up on Lane and Pittman http://www.ohio.com/sports/zips/university-of-akron-football-former-zips-teammates-jerome-lane-se-von-pittman-hope-to-meet-again-in-nfl-1.746965 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue & Gold Posted February 13, 2017 Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 45 minutes ago, gozips19 said: Little write up on Lane and Pittman http://www.ohio.com/sports/zips/university-of-akron-football-former-zips-teammates-jerome-lane-se-von-pittman-hope-to-meet-again-in-nfl-1.746965 Not to hijack the Jerome Lane thread, but this explains a lot about Pittman's lackluster year: Pittman is still waiting. This past season was supposed to be his for the taking. But a deep bruise in his heel forced him to play hurt most of the season. He was limited and not as explosive from his defensive end position... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Kangaroo Posted February 13, 2017 Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 9 minutes ago, Blue & Gold said: Pittman is still waiting. This past season was supposed to be his for the taking. But a deep bruise in his heel forced him to play hurt most of the season. He was limited and not as explosive from his defensive end position... Nothing more timely than revealing an injury for the first time....3 months after the season's end. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zipsoutsider Posted February 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 20 minutes ago, Captain Kangaroo said: Nothing more timely than revealing an injury for the first time....3 months after the season's end. I heard it mentioned during the season that he was playing games injured. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Kangaroo Posted February 13, 2017 Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 56 minutes ago, zipsoutsider said: I heard it mentioned during the season that he was playing games injured. From ohio.com? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skip-zip Posted February 13, 2017 Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 Or, is it possibly just now being talked about a lot in hopes that Pro Scouts will put less emphasis on his lackluster performance last year? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zipsoutsider Posted February 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 2 hours ago, Captain Kangaroo said: From ohio.com? No, I am pretty sure it was a radio pre-game show. They always have a lot more on injuries than Ohio.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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LZIp Posted March 2, 2017 Report Share Posted March 2, 2017 Anyone catch Lane's official measurements? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UAZippers Posted March 2, 2017 Report Share Posted March 2, 2017 I guess it is not a big deal that Lane declared early, since he apparently never even played for the Zips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Z Posted March 2, 2017 Report Share Posted March 2, 2017 57 minutes ago, LZIp said: Anyone catch Lane's official measurements? Here. 6'3" 220 lbs He's #28 I guess it is not a big deal that Lane declared early, since he apparently never even played for the Zips. Movie: Major League (1989) Jake Taylor: I play for the Indians. Chaire Holloway: Here in Cleveland? I didn't know they still had a team! Jake Taylor: Yup, we've got uniforms and everything, it's really great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K92 Posted March 2, 2017 Report Share Posted March 2, 2017 9 minutes ago, UAZippers said: I guess it is not a big deal that Lane declared early, since he apparently never even played for the Zips. WOW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kreed5120 Posted March 2, 2017 Report Share Posted March 2, 2017 I just went to @uakron twitter page and saw they started to follow Jerome Lane. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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